Operations Manager

Operations Manager - Distribution & Business Improvement

Cork Full-Time On-Site

Daly Industrial Supply Company Ltd is a long-established and growing Irish sales and distribution business supplying professional tools, equipment and services across Ireland.

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Operations Manager to lead and improve our day-to-day operations while helping prepare the business for continued growth.

The Role

The Operations Manager will oversee key operational areas including warehousing and distribution, stock control, trade counter activities, service/workshop operations, Health & Safety and operational teams.

A key focus of the role will be improving efficiency, strengthening processes and introducing better systems, technology and automation across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop operational teams and supervisors

Manage day-to-day operational performance

Improve warehouse, stock and distribution processes

Drive continuous improvement across systems and procedures

Develop and monitor operational KPIs

Lead IT, systems and automation improvement projects

Maintain strong Health & Safety standards

Support operational budgeting, planning and resource management

Work closely with Sales, Purchasing, Finance and senior management

Contribute to wider business planning and strategic initiatives

About You You will ideally have:

Experience in an Operations Manager or similar leadership role

Strong people management and communication skills

Experience in warehouse, distribution, stock or service-based operations

Strong organisational and problem-solving ability

Commercial awareness and experience working with budgets and KPIs

Confidence working with business systems and technology

Experience within industrial supplies, construction equipment, power tools, engineering or trade distribution would be an advantage but is not essential.